Legendary 'SNL' writer Jim Downey on what makes Trump jokes funny, improvising his Jeffrey Epstein bit and acting in 'One ...

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"Downey Wrote That," a documentary about longtime "Saturday Night Live" writer and five-time Emmy-winner Jim Downey, is set to premiere on Peacock Oct. 17.

Peacock has announced a documentary on 'SNL' legend Jim Downey, to debut on Oct. 17. It will feature Conan O'Brien, John Mulaney, Bill Hader and more.

The Peacock original documentary “Downey Wrote That,” about the career of Jim Downey, is set to premiere Oct. 17. The hourlong film explores the sketches, contributions, and enduring influence of one ...

The new documentary "Downey Wrote That" explores the unparallel career and enduring influence of Jim Downey, Saturday Night Live’s unseen comedic architect.

Jim Downey may have been fired from Saturday Night Live — twice — but he is still the most legendary writer in show history. In 11 days, Downey will finally get the documentary his career deserves.

The streamer will premiere the film on October 17 – four and a half years after it was first announced. The doc will tell the story of the career of Downey, the longest-running writer in the history ...

Downey, who was called the “best political humorist alive” by SNL creator Lorne Michaels, initially worked at the show between 1976 and 1980 before leaving. He became head writer of Late Night with ...